Dalbergia bojeri
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Dalbergia bojeri faces severe pressure from illegal logging and timber harvesting, as this rosewood species is highly valued for its dense, dark wood used in fine furniture and musical instruments. Habitat destruction through slash-and-burn agriculture and urban expansion has fragmented remaining forest populations across Madagascar. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery particularly challenging once populations are depleted.
Habitat
Dalbergia bojeri occurs in Madagascar's dry deciduous forests and woodland savannas, typically at elevations below 800 meters. The species grows in well-drained soils and can tolerate seasonal drought conditions characteristic of western and southern Madagascar's climate.
